Garden
Visit
It was exceptionally hot weather when twenty
or so Friday Forum members wearing hats, shades and sun cream, visited Millrace
Garden in Garforth. Owner Carol has been
gardening here for over twenty years, raising significant sums of money for the
National Garden Scheme, Martin House and St Gemma’s. Unfortunately, this is the last year opening
to the public. The garden includes large
mixed borders containing over 3000 varieties of perennials, shrubs and trees,
many of which are unusual and drought tolerant.
Carol has always been willing to “have a go” with plants and many thrive
in unexpected situations.
The garden includes an ornamental pond,
summer house, dry stone walled terraces seeded with erigeron, pottager, a
Laburnum tunnel and extensive colour themed borders. At the very end of the garden is woodland and
wild meadow.
Carol’s husband served us tea and cake. A pleasant end to an enjoyable afternoon.
Next
Meeting
July 1st – Summer Mini Show
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